These are projects that go beyond individual papers to build lasting knowledge infrastructures. From in-depth studies to open data resources, this space will grow with the scale of the questions we ask.
Big thinking projects
Advanced AI: Possible futures
Five scenarios for advanced AI highlight the range of possible paths ahead, and what they could mean for policy.
Strategic innovation for European security
We’ve identified 10 breakthrough technologies with the power to secure Europe’s future – if we invest in them today.
What makes a Big thinking project
Big thinking projects take on the governance questions that can’t be answered in a single briefing or one-off report. These are long-horizon efforts that combine deep research with practical foresight, designed to shape the way policymakers think. From layered studies and data repositories to toolkits and strategic frameworks, each project listed here is built to last.